Do you feel like you’re going to pee your pants when you sneeze? No one wants to really talk about it, but you know what I’m talking about… You may think I have three heads when I suggest that jumping rope is your solution but it is. Your pelvic floor muscles are like any other … Continued
Do you like to run, but your knees do not? Or do you want to get a workout in but you’re stuck at home? Jumping rope is a great alternative to running for a variety of reasons. First of all, it’s easier on your joints, especially when you do a two foot jump. You take … Continued
Sometimes the simplest things are the best, but we complicate our life with what seems to be ‘new’ and sexy. Jumping rope may not seem sexy (but let me tell you it has it’s benefits where pelvic floor muscles are concerned! ;)) When you use a jump rope, you work your heart, lungs, legs, arms, … Continued
Question: My knees get sore with impact exercises like running and jumping jacks, will I be able to jump rope pain free? Answer: Remarkably jumping rope is easier on your joints that you’d think. You need only jump about one half inch off the ground and when you do a double jump, you distribute your … Continued
Just because you gave up white bread and sugar doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a delicious plate of French Toast! This recipe is made with sprouted grain bread, egg whites and protein-packed Greek yogurt. The whole family will love it. Servings: 5 Here’s what you need… 5 slices cinnamon raisin, sprouted grain bread … Continued
Here’s a great recipe to make the night before for an easy grab-n-go breakfast straight out of the fridge. It’s packed with protein, vitamins and minerals for sustained energy all morning long. And it tastes great too. Servings: 1 Here’s what you need… 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt, plain, fat free 1/4 cup low … Continued
Want to be lean in record time? It’s not rocket science. It’s a matter of getting a sweat on and there’s no faster way than to grab your jump rope. Here’s a nasty little workout for you: Do 30 second repeats. Take no rest time, but if you finish the reps before the 30 … Continued
The average treadmill costs about $1500. If you LOVE to run, then this may be of value to you. If you have the ROOM for this monstrosity, then this may make sense to you. If fat loss is NOT your goal, then fill yer boots, go ahead and drop $1500+ on this machine. The majority … Continued
Did you jump rope as a kid? Of course you did. We all did. Why did we ever stop? The benefits of jump rope are long and list worthy… Easier on the joints than running, especially when you do a double foot jump you distribute your weight on BOTH feet versus just one foot. … Continued
Jumping rope is an excellent way to burn fat IF you know how to skip. If you don’t, it can be frustrating and the only thing that gets a workout is your patience. Like anything, jumping rope takes practice and it’s not quite as easy as it looks. It’s such an elementary move, often people … Continued